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Post date: 07/08/2012
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The original church was built in 1886 and had no tower. In 1921 the tower was built. In 1952 further Bibliography archive:
The original church was built in 1886 and had no tower. In 1921 the tower was built. In 1952 further Bibliography archive:
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History: The historic Dutch Reformed Mother Church at Newton, Kimberley, was built in three stages. The original church was designed by the Rev. J. D. Kestell, who was Minister in Kimberley between 1882 and 1893. The building was dedicated on 29 May 1886. The tower was assed in 1921.
Visual Description: The church is a fine example of Stucco architecture in Kimberley. The original building is of rectan
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Condition: GoodNeeds painting
Construction Date: 1886;1921
Materials: Plastered brick : Corrugated iron
Catalogue: Kimplan, 1985, No: 21, Significance Category: